The Stroller: 'Wake up'

Published: Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 3:15 a.m.

Last Modified: Monday, April 8, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

The cries to give President Barack Obama a chance to succeed aren't convincing Robert L. Lundstedt of Spartanburg to believe that the president is anything other than “a master in the fog” of rhetoric. “Wake up, America,” says Mr. Lundstedt. “There has been absolutely no transparency in his administration, only backroom deals or cover-ups. Even the Obamacare act was deemed to have passed with only a few members of Congress reading the bill. Before President Obama took office, the Democrats controlled Congress the last two years of President George W. Bush's term, which really precipitated the financial collapse. Congress, then led by Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid, coupled with Barney Frank and Chris Dodd, were supported heavily by many of the institutions that were bailed out when Democrats took control, and they blamed the Bush administration. President Obama does not want a budget. He wants to spend our hard-earned money without any constraints. Wouldn't we all feel better if the president upheld the Constitution and led the country as he was elected to do?”

‘VERY APPROPRIATE': Floyd Goforth of Moore, after reading that Robert Hansen canceled his subscription to Time magazine after it featured two women kissing on the cover, says he considered doing the same but for a different reason. “My April issue showed two men kissing on the cover,” says Mr. Goforth. “After thinking it over, I decided this magazine is very appropriate for the room I read it in, so I will let my subscription expire.”

IT'S A GROANER: Mike Holmes of Campobello tells the tale about a man driving along a highway when a rabbit hopped in front of his car. The driver, a sensitive man as well as an animal lover, pulled over and got out to see what had become of the rabbit. Much to his dismay, the rabbit appeared lifeless. Just then Bubba was driving down the road and saw the man, who now was crying. Bubba stopped and asked what was wrong. “I feel terrible,” said the man. “I accidentally hit a rabbit with my car and killed him.” “Don't worry,” said Bubba, who went back to his car, opened a bag and pulled out a spray can. He walked over to the dead rabbit and sprayed the contents on him. The rabbit jumped up, waved a foot and hopped on down the road, turning every few feet to wave again. The man was astonished. He ran over to Bubba and asked, “What is in that can? What did you spray on the rabbit?” Bubba turned the can around so the man could read the label. It read, “Hair spray — restores life to dead hair and adds permanent wave.”

ODDS AND ENDS: Boiling Springs Spring Fest promises plenty of fun for the entire family Wednesday-Sunday in Boiling Springs Community Park on Double Bridge Road. That's the road that runs beside the Clock restaurant. Wednesday's theme for the event is NASCAR Nite. You'll want to be there between 7 and 9 p.m. for autographs. The event will feature more than 50 attractions, including rides, games and food. The hours are 5 p.m.-midnight Wednesday-Friday; from noon to midnight Saturday; from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission and parking are free, and you can save two bucks off an all-day ride wrist band by stopping by the Darie Dreme in Boiling Springs and picking up a coupon. Bring a church bulletin to the event Sunday and receive a $5 discount.

<p>The cries to give President Barack Obama a chance to succeed aren't convincing Robert L. Lundstedt of Spartanburg to believe that the president is anything other than “a master in the fog” of rhetoric. “Wake up, America,” says Mr. Lundstedt. “There has been absolutely no transparency in his administration, only backroom deals or cover-ups. Even the Obamacare act was deemed to have passed with only a few members of Congress reading the bill. Before President Obama took office, the Democrats controlled Congress the last two years of President George W. Bush's term, which really precipitated the financial collapse. Congress, then led by Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid, coupled with Barney Frank and Chris Dodd, were supported heavily by many of the institutions that were bailed out when Democrats took control, and they blamed the Bush administration. President Obama does not want a budget. He wants to spend our hard-earned money without any constraints. Wouldn't we all feel better if the president upheld the Constitution and led the country as he was elected to do?”</p><p><b>'VERY APPROPRIATE':</b> Floyd Goforth of Moore, after reading that Robert Hansen canceled his subscription to Time magazine after it featured two women kissing on the cover, says he considered doing the same but for a different reason. “My April issue showed two men kissing on the cover,” says Mr. Goforth. “After thinking it over, I decided this magazine is very appropriate for the room I read it in, so I will let my subscription expire.”</p><p><b>IT'S A GROANER:</b> Mike Holmes of Campobello tells the tale about a man driving along a highway when a rabbit hopped in front of his car. The driver, a sensitive man as well as an animal lover, pulled over and got out to see what had become of the rabbit. Much to his dismay, the rabbit appeared lifeless. Just then Bubba was driving down the road and saw the man, who now was crying. Bubba stopped and asked what was wrong. “I feel terrible,” said the man. “I accidentally hit a rabbit with my car and killed him.” “Don't worry,” said Bubba, who went back to his car, opened a bag and pulled out a spray can. He walked over to the dead rabbit and sprayed the contents on him. The rabbit jumped up, waved a foot and hopped on down the road, turning every few feet to wave again. The man was astonished. He ran over to Bubba and asked, “What is in that can? What did you spray on the rabbit?” Bubba turned the can around so the man could read the label. It read, “Hair spray — restores life to dead hair and adds permanent wave.”</p><p><b>ODDS AND ENDS:</b> Boiling Springs Spring Fest promises plenty of fun for the entire family Wednesday-Sunday in Boiling Springs Community Park on Double Bridge Road. That's the road that runs beside the Clock restaurant. Wednesday's theme for the event is NASCAR Nite. You'll want to be there between 7 and 9 p.m. for autographs. The event will feature more than 50 attractions, including rides, games and food. The hours are 5 p.m.-midnight Wednesday-Friday; from noon to midnight Saturday; from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission and parking are free, and you can save two bucks off an all-day ride wrist band by stopping by the Darie Dreme in Boiling Springs and picking up a coupon. Bring a church bulletin to the event Sunday and receive a $5 discount.</p>